REASI: District Development Commissioner (DDC) Nidhi Malik today convened a consultative meeting with the Members of Legislative Assembly regarding formulation of annual development plan. The meeting with MLA Shri Mata Vaishno Devi constituency Baldev Raj Sharma and MLA Gulabgarh constituency Khurshied Ahmad focused on seeking comprehensive details of priority development works in their respective constituencies to streamline planning for the upcoming fiscal year 2025-26.

After detailed discussions, the MLAs were invited to submit detailed proposals outlining essential and high-priority works, ensuring that the needs of the constituencies are adequately represented. The DDC emphasised the importance of aligning these initiatives with the overall development goals of the district while addressing the specific needs of local communities.

The DDC assured both the MLAs that their feasible and impactful suggestions would be thoroughly evaluated and integrated into the district’s development plan for 2025-26. The meeting highlighted the commitment of the district administration to foster collaboration and transparency in planning, paving the way for effective and inclusive development in Reasi. ADDC Reasi Sukhdev Samyal, DSEO and AD planning was also present.

In loving memory of Dr. Priya Ranjan: A mentor who treated me like family
A Profound Loss: JK Monitor Mourns the Passing of Founding Chairman Dr. Priya Ranjan

We at JK Monitor are profoundly saddened by the sudden demise of our Founding Chairman, Dr. Priya Ranjan.IN LOVING MEMORY Dr Priya Ranjan

A brilliant mind who studied at Netarhat Residential School and graduated in Electrical Engineering from IIT Kharagpur before earning his PhD from the University of Maryland, Dr. Ranjan chose to return to India and dedicate his life to teaching, research and social good.

His pioneering work in networked systems, AI, robotics and biomedical applications—especially computer-vision tools for early detection of cancer and heart disease—reflected his deep belief that advanced technology must serve humanity.

For more than 15 years at JK Monitor, he remained a loyal friend, mentor and collaborator, marked by rare humility, intellectual integrity and quiet generosity. His passing leaves a void that cannot be filled. Priya, you will be deeply missed. Your life continues to remind us that knowledge finds its highest purpose in the service of others.

— Team JK Monitor

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